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How to bid on MultiScan-AR technology licensing from the Department of Energy
What the agency is buying and why it matters
Los Alamos National Laboratory, part of the Department of Energy, is offering licensing opportunities for MultiScan-AR. This technology is a mass-spectrometry method designed to identify microbes and detect antibiotic resistance quickly.
MultiScan-AR works with existing benchtop and portable mass spectrometry instruments. It provides detailed microbial identification and antibiotic resistance profiles in minutes to hours, which is significantly faster than traditional methods. This speed can lead to quicker, more informed treatment decisions, particularly important for clinical diagnostics, public health, and field medicine.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This licensing opportunity was published on August 14, 2026. The deadline for expressing interest is October 01, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET.
This is a technology licensing opportunity, not a request for proposals for services. The deadline is when the agency will stop accepting inquiries for licensing discussions related to MultiScan-AR.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for companies in the equipment and diagnostics sectors. Specifically, firms involved in clinical diagnostics, point-of-care testing, public health, field-deployable medicine, analytical instrument platforms, and antimicrobial research would find this technology relevant.
The technology is at Technology Readiness Level 3 (TRL 3) and has a U.S. Patent pending (LA-UR-26-27335). This means it is an early-stage technology ready for commercial development and integration into existing products or services.
How to respond
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Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When considering a technology licensing opportunity like this, focus on how your company can integrate MultiScan-AR into your existing product lines or develop new ones. Highlight your market reach and your ability to commercialize the technology effectively.
Demonstrate a clear understanding of the target markets mentioned, such as clinical diagnostics or public health. Outline a realistic plan for development, regulatory approval if applicable, and market penetration. Emphasize how your company's expertise aligns with the technology's potential applications.
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